Simon Harris (Wicklow, Fine Gael) | Oireachtas source

I was smiling to myself because I am aware of that issue but even if I was not so aware, I would be by now because Deputy Ó Snodaigh raises the issue with me any time I bring any legislation through the House. Deputy Farrell is, of course, correct that there is such a requirement. It has not yet technically commenced but the spirit of the requirement is clearly in place in the legislation passed by this House.

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